I just received this book, and I have to say it is absolutely amazing. I am an intermediate modeler, trying to learn new skills. The book illustrates basic techniques such as gluing and sanding, as well as advanced techniques such as using resin, PE, etc. Each step in a technique is clearly illustrated with a description below each photo. It has much more depth and information than your standard step by step article in a typical modeling magazine. The price may seem very high for a book, but with all the information that is packed in the nearly 400 pages, I would say it is a bargain Highly reccomended.